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2021 Chevrolet Traverse Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 3 NHTSA recalls and 84 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Chevrolet Traverse

The 2021 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Use Caution — 2021 Chevrolet Traverse

The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

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NHTSA Recalls
3 recalls on record
84
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
4
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2021 Chevrolet Traverse (3)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #21V817000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #21V472000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #22V210000
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Most Common Problems — 2021 Chevrolet Traverse

Based on 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Electrical System
21
Unknown Or Other
13
Power Train
12
Engine
6
Engine And Engine Cooling
6
Service Brakes
6
Steering
4
Air Bags
3
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Chevrolet Traverse — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2021 model year is highlighted.

2015 312 complaints 2016 290 complaints 2017 355 complaints 2018 439 complaints 2019 389 complaints 2020 209 complaints 2021 84 complaints 2022 90 complaints 2023 74 complaints 2024 121 complaints 2025 162 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2018 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2021, 2022, 2023 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2021 Chevrolet Traverse

Is the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse has 3 recalls and 84 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse have?
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse has 3 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse are: Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Power Train, Engine. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse safe to buy?
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 3 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Chevrolet Traverse should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Chevrolet Traverse are: 2021, 2022, 2023. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2018.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.